Which is better, the black porcelain exterior or the stainless steel exterior (costs $50 more)?
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If you don't mind spending the extra $50 I would go with the stainless steel model. I've owned my E210 for about five years and I've noticed the porcelain is not hold up. I live in Wisconsin.
1018966
I have no idea. But it is BLACK, so if you want your stainless steel to be anything but black, I would not recommend it.
889888
The stainless steel is just the exterior of the cooker. The part that touches your food is currently a glazed stoneware. They anticipate coming out with an unglazed model by the end of the year. Nothing aluminum touches the food.
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the #6000 model is all black (and usually a little cheaper), the #6200 model is clad with stainless steel (looks more professional). both operate the same way--I love mine--am fascinated with how quickly it cooks and how easy it is to clean.
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Cooper exterior with stainless inside. I can also tell you I have used a few from bars and restaurants that feel very cheap compared to these. These are in my opinion a well made, and quality design.
111225
Here on amazon of course! I bought the aluminum one with the black finish. Looks nice!
1809116
I think for exterior doors, you should really spend the extra money and get an exterior door knob.
488569
Stainless steel black, absolutely amazing case and a beautiful glass door. This case looks absolutely stunning
120935
Black Porcelain. I always add a light coat of olive oil before cooking in it.
1795741
The door is Stainless and the outer rim of the unit is black. Only about an inch or so shows at the bottom, if you are really looking.
513017
I think it would look beautiful with your stainless if you use black grout. Have you bought the tile or are you basing your conclusions on what the pic looks like? Buy one tile and then decide.
1593001
I recommend the stainless version!!! cuz the rods are flexible, the water can go into the connections!
1212886
I believe the 31511 is the same operationally as the 31510, with a slightly higher price for the stainless steel finish. The 31512 seems to have the convection feature, so it is not identical to either of the above.
1246694
The stainless is restaurant quality. Good craftsmanship. The mesh is not very fine, the picture is deceiving.
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I prefer porcelain because the baked-on crud can more easily be wire-brushed off using a grill brush. While stainless steel can also be wire-brushed off, I can't help but feel that the steel will leave a metallic taste around after each brushing. Not scientific, perhaps, but aluminum does this, so maybe steel does it, too? My Weber grill has, I believe, stainless steel drip bars below the porcelain cooking grates. I never clean these, as I think they are meant to impart a smoky flavor to what is being cooked by burning the drippings, causing the smoke.
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The inside is coated black. Looks porcelain enamel. Really doubt it would rust. I use everyday. We do NOT have hard water. Also I like the fact the handle is stationary and does not flop side to side. My set of pots and pans is the red porcelain speckled with black.
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I don't know. I ordered a stainless steel one to replace this one due to its easy wear. I will dispose of this one when the new one comes in. I will never buy a porcelain one again.